One of the basic functions that a medical professional provides for their patients involves prescribing medications based on their health concerns. There are prescription medications that can help people lose weight or control their blood sugar as well as medications...
Pregnancy is a very dangerous time for a woman, and her risk levels will typically surge upward during the labor and delivery process. So many different things can go wrong during labor and delivery, from the infant going into distress due to a lack of oxygen to the...
Families often move older adults into nursing homes to protect their standard of living and ensure that they receive the medical support they require given their personal needs. Unfortunately, nursing homes often struggle to provide the kind of care that their...
Ever since medical professionals and industrial facilities have begun using antibiotics and a widespread basis, tiny organisms that cause disease have begun changing in response. For example, there have been records of methicillin-resistant streptococcus aureus (MRSA)...
There are both federal and Rhode Island state laws that limit the practice of medicine to competent, ethical individuals who have appropriate education and state licensing. Not only does a medical doctor need to attend medical school, but they have to maintain a...
A care plan – also known as an advance healthcare directive – discusses what someone expects from medical professionals in the event of an emergency. Crafting an advance medical directive is often a key step in the estate planning process. People can leave very...
People who are experiencing signs of an illness or worrisome medical condition rely on doctors to diagnose them so that they can get any care that they might need. For example, a doctor's diagnosis will be necessary if someone expects to obtain prescription medication...
Falls are a major concern as people grow older. Changes in the immune system related to aging slow healing. A loss of bone density often affects people's posture, which then leads to a shift in their center of gravity. People also have lower muscle mass as they get...
Birth injuries are some of the most traumatic medical experiences possible. Instead of a healthy delivery, parents may have to come to terms with unexpected medical issues for their child. Women can also suffer poor medical outcomes during labor and delivery....
Whether you just picked up some medication at the pharmacy or are currently receiving inpatient care at the hospital, you expect that the medical professionals providing your support will do so in a professional manner. However, even the most experienced and dedicated...